For all those people who were concerned about the new ownership, I am happy to report that all is well! Met the new owner today. Very friendly and attentive. The kitchen also felt faster to get our food and drink orders. The food quality is just as good - perhaps a little better. The place had been in decline for a while, but no more. One improvement from the old - they will take credit cards now! The Toast app allows credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay. read more

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This place is so cool! An old diner car that fits quite a good amount of people. The food came quickly considering the crowd. It was as ordered and delicious. I asked for water and the waiter happily brought me a glass. My friend enjoyed his food as well. Will definitely come back! read more

When you just want some fast breakfast diner type food, this is your spot! Food: - grilled polenta special: this was so filling! The polenta were delicious! You can order the eggs anyway you like, I had mine over medium. It came with a side of homefries with Italian sausage. Super tasty! - my husband ordered the chorizo special. It came with homefries, chorizo on 2 grilled buns, grilled onions and peppers and he had 2 eggs over medium on it. Super hefty and hits the spot. Service: They were so nice and super fast! We got our food in no time. Ambiance: Definitely a throwback diner feel. It's a super old vibe but it clean though. And there's goo parking. Would definitely go again. read more

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Modern Diner in Pawtucket is the real deal This is where you go when you want pure nostalgia. Funky, old-school, and a true classic diner in every sense. Anything you order is going to hit the spot, but my favorite has to be the eggs Benedict -- absolutely amazing. Come here for any occasion: when you're too lazy to make breakfast at home, when you're hungover, or when you just want that cozy, comfort-food vibe. Just come. read more

Stopped into this spot with my brother to grab breakfast this morning. First time visiting, and what you'd expect the interior of an old time diner to look like. But this one has an addition on the back with more counter space to fit more diners. They had a decent menu, offering many breakfast staples like eggs, pancakes and French toast that was apparently featured on the Food Network at some point. Having had something small before going out, I wasn't too hungry but got a sausage egg and cheese sandwich on white bread (though they serve grits, biscuits apparently haven't made their way to Pawtucket yet). Food came out quickly, and was tasty, and hit the spot. Service was ok, and attentive. Overall, it was a good visit, and somewhere I'd love to visit again when I'm hungrier, to try their famous French toast. read more

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This restaurant is run by nice friendly people and is interesting to visit because it is an authentic old style diner. But our breakfasts were only mediocre and the standards of cleanliness were poor enough to limit our appetites. In particular the salt and pepper shakers were so sticky that I had to wash my hands before I could eat my food. Never going back. read more

O boy, two reviews in two days and another coming later today! Woke up and was like let's go to a place I use to go a bunch of times when I was younger but haven't given a review ever. Took the nice ride from Riverside to the Bucket, as usual Rhodys call Pawtucket. Got a couple pics outside to show all the awesome diner vibes. Walked in and was greeted right away told me I could sit anywhere. (Go early on the weekends because the place fills up fast). I grabbed a counter seat and a polite server came up to me and asked me if I wanted coffee and I asked for a cup of ice water instead. I sat there for a couple minutes just looking around soaking up the nostalgia of the place. All the chrome and polished bits. So on and so forth. Super cool! I start looking at the menu and I see this item I use to get way back when, and I'm like that's what I'm getting. The waiter came up and asked if I was ready to order and was like yup, I get a Bloody Mary and a Jimmie Gimmie please. I wait about 3 minutes and I get the Bloody Mary and the other 4 minutes and the food came out. On to the review!!! Bloody Mary - Super tasty with a little kick to it!! Jimmie Gimmie -picture an eggs Benedict with no hollandaise sauce but instead fresh sliced tomatoes instead of the ham with American cheese and bacon over the nicely poached eggs! It was exactly how I remembered it. I was so happy! Home fries - just enough crisp on the outside and nice and soft on the inside. Half way through eating the waiter came over to ask how I was doing and how the food was and I replied with the food is great and can I ask you if the cornbeef hash is home made? They replied yes and I asked for a side of that please. 4 minutes later it came out. Cone beef hash - nice crispy texture on the outside and silky smooth texture on the side but not mushy. YUM YUM! Great diner with fast and friendly service. Food was awesome! I can't wait for my next visit to Modern! read more

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So the modern diner is now under new ownership. As a longtime patron, I can tell you that the food still remains the same. It is very, very good and exactly when I come to expect from a wonderful dino, such as this. At first I thought the atmosphere was lacking under the new ownership. But I have come to see that she's trying to run a more efficient establishment, which is a very good idea. She has the staff all wearing modern danu.T shirts whereas before they wore, whatever they chose. Some customers like myself had come to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, but the way she presents it now is also a very good and cheerful atmosphere. The service has not changed.In fact, I think it's gotten a little bit better. The staff is still welcoming and friendly. Like any establishment that comes under new management. There are going to be slight growing pains, oil stretches of how it's going to be run. So far, I still enjoy having my breakfast.There and we'll continue when i'm able. Although I missed the presence of some staff that have been let go or moved on.The staff that still remains is still very friendly, very pleasant and very upbeat.And I truly enjoy the atmosphere.The food and the service. read more

Stopped by this morning after a long walk. Lucky for me it wasn't too busy. I got greeted right away and was in a both in a few seconds. I had a very energetic young waitress who took great care of me. I'm a creature of habit so I had the usual blueberry pancakes and hashbrowns. The hostess went above and beyond the call of duty and helped a customer process his payment from his phone. The place was very clean and I left a satisfied customer. read more

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Marginal food, lacking spices and flair. It's edible but nothing special. If you like horseradish and a spicier Bloody Mary it was good, a bit too much spice for me. The sauce on the chorizo special tasted a bit like cheese whiz. Loved the Portuguese bread base though, that was delicious. Egg was overcooked but not rubbery. Home fries were ok-needed spices/salt and pepper. My husband said the omelet was ok. Decent amount of meat well Proportioned to cheese ratio. He also felt it needed spices. Bacon was cooked perfectly. Really feel the Modern diner has taken a nosedive and needs to return to their former level of deliciousness. May have just been an off day though. read more

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One of the best breakfast places in RI. If you go, you must get two things: 1) shrimp and grits for savory 2) custard french toast for sweet The eggs and other stuff here is good but basic...so stick to the above and just add an egg if you need protein. FYI: Sometimes it has been cold in here during the winter- dress accordingly. read more

Modern Diner - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

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Great breakfast/brunch spot! Nothing fancy, but guaranteed good food. Can get busy on weekends and i don't think they take reservations. Plenty of parking in lot or on street. Menu items from omelettes to pancakes plus daily specials. Quick and friendly service. Quaint place, looks like an old box car from outside. read more

Modern Diner - Goat cheese omelete special - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

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I've been coming to this diner for over 30 years. It's gone through multiple iterations insofar as the quality of breakfast food. I would say that if you're interested in eating breakfast food and don't necessarily need or want the ambience or care much for pleasantries, you'll be satisfied. The quality of the food is good and it's basic -- it's what you get in a diner. However, if you're interested in something more specific such as variety, a more engaging environment or ambience, I would say keep looking for something that may align more either your style and taste buds. read more

The place was really cute. Service was great. And the food was really good too. I felt like it was a little expensive. I'm not sure if go back, but I'm happy I tried it, and would highly recommend checking it out. read more

Modern Diner - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Good classic American diner fare with its own Hispanic takes, Damn how the prices have went up tho 60 for 3 dishes, coffee and juice read more

I ordered 2 eggs over medium 2 slices of Rye Tosted It was very good, I am low forward to Ordering the Dinner And possibly a little glass of wine read more

The people and the homemade hash are amazing! Please don't ever close. Can't wait to go back again.

Fantastic! I had t been here in years since I no longer live in the area. We were back this past weekend. I had the Custard French Toast . It was fabulous! More like something you'd get in a high end restaurant! Loved ur! read more

Modern Diner - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Yum!! I'm still new to Providence, but so far this is one of my favorite brunch spots!! Highly highly highly recommend getting the custard french toast! I haven't had anything like it and the custard is so creamy and delicious and not overly sweet. In my most recent visit, they put a lot of custard on the plate, so I asked for another cup and they were so kind to get me some more custard to dip the french toast! Their other breakfast staples are also great! Classic diner style vibes. Friendly staff. Plenty of parking in lot by diner. Takes both cash or card! Would definitely recommend for a casual brunch! read more

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This was my third visit to the Modern Diner and my first review. I've ordered pancakes, my husband has ordered the cornbeef hash and my daughter ordered the special French toast at other visits, all which were better than this visit so keep that in mind for this review. The western omelette was overcooked and just not that good. The ingredients were all there but the execution wasn't. The side potatoes were delicious though. The French Toast was not good at all, and I LOVE French Toast so I was pretty disappointed. It was cooked on the same grill as other food and it absorbed the taste which was not appealing at all. The bacon however was delicious! I gave it three stars by averaging it with other visits. This visit was a big miss but my first two visits were far more enjoyable food wise. If you enjoy trying new diners then certainly stop in for the special French toast. read more

Modern Diner - French Toast - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

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amazing, Andi is an amazing server. Fantastic place to relax and have a break, good prices. very nice people.Make sure to Take care of andi, we are going to the price is right in a few months. read more

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Been going here for many years. Love the diner ambiance. Food has always been great. Wait staff are pleasant and eager to please. read more

I love the Modern Dinner. Love the Jimmie Gimmie, along with Waffles, and all the other Wonderful things on the Menu.

Came here brunch on a weekend with my girlfriend and it was a great way to start the day. We were recommended this place by a friend for its custard french toast and the custard french toast does NOT disappoint!! The custard french toast is a must-get here. I think it was featured on Food Network or something or the other - those can often be hits or misses but this one was for sure a hit. The custard is very silky and goes great with the french toast. I've never had anything like it and would definitely come here for that. The toast itself is nothing too special, but the custard WITH the toast is amazing. We also got the corned beef hash which was good too! A bit on the salty side, but not bad. My girlfriend loved the breakfast potatoes. Also plenty of parking which is a plus. Friendly staff, great diner vibes. Would come here again and recommend to others too. read more

Modern Diner - custard french toast- MUST GET - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

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It was the worst breakfast I ever ate. The eggs were grey. Watered down. The bacon was cooked 4 hours ago. The potatoes were disgusting. The absolute worse breakfast I ever ate. Best? Rhody hen. Burgundian. And franscescas. I just can't fight with Julian crowd or nicks. I know they're excellent. Negative stars. Do not eat there. If you think it's good you better recheck. read more

Right off the bat, I have to say - just do it! This place is nice and fun and nostalgic. It has an all breakfast menu and is in a quaint little old diner building. Don't let the outside fool you into thinking this place is old or dirty or rundown. The restaurant was pristine, the food was excellent, but most importantly - the staff is phenomenal. I will make it a point to come here again when I am up here again. Well worth the drive out of the city and highly recommend. read more

Modern Diner - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Don't let the exterior fool you- this is the CLEANEST diner we've ever been to and the service is TOP NOTCH. We thought we were going to be waiting forever and would be in a crowd of people. We got right in (someone even held open the door and welcomed us). We were quickly seated in a nice booth- very comfortable atmosphere. We had breakfast- an omelet, a Benedict, toast, coffee (muffins, mimosas)... one of the BEST breakfasts we've ever had and very affordable! I highly recommend this diner- the service alone can't be beat! It's a half hour drive that we'd take ANY time! read more

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I would say this deserves six Michelin stars but then everyone would go and I would never be able to get in because it would be too crowded. Absolutely amazing service, food, you name it. I got strawberry crepes, bacon, pesto grits, white toast, scrambled eggs, and homefries. The only part that wasn't perfect was the homefries which were, even then, some of the best homefries I've ever had. When I was done eating, the waitress even drew a dinosaur on the receipt which I found very cute. Up there with some of the best restaurants in Rhode Island. I heard it used to be a train, and considering it used to be a vehicle, it looks fantastic inside and out. read more

Old school Diner. It's so cool. It has been around since the early 40's. The building is an old train car that brings back memories of a simpler times .My western omelette was perfect. Fresh onions and peppers with just the right amount of cheese. Big pieces of ham made it outstanding. The ladies working were so sweet. I had great service. Check this place out you won't regret it read more

Wow! Delicious, so many different things. I had grilled polenta with Italian sausage, pepper and onions, eggs on top, OMG, and a cranberry pecan pancake with homemade orange infused maple syrup OMG. Frank had steak n eggs, creamy grits and baked beans. I highly recommend this establishment. They are busy but we didn't wait long at all. Friendly & efficient staff. read more

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Great service, the food came out quickly, no wait, delicious food. On the weekend you can expect a little bit of a wait but it's never been too crazy. What else could you ask for? We will be back again soon. The only thing I'd say, is maybe it's not the cleanest place around, but I think that's a little standard for the full diner experience. We got the custard French toast, which was very good and would recommend. read more

Modern Diner - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Something changed. Today I had the Eggs Benedict with Hash, The sauce has no flavor, the hash without distinction, small portion of hash, and day old bland, (no taste of onions or anything home fries and a measly portion to boot, For 13.95 you'd think you can get a fair portion of home fries? Additionally the Hollandaise sauce was nondescript. Lemonish? No, Cheesish? No. Very disappointing read more

Modern Diner - Small portions with added Tabasco Benedict with dry hash - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Everything was delicious!! The service was great and they were friendly! You have to try the jalapeno bacon and lemon poppyseed pancakes!! And it was super affordable!!! read more

A step back in time and a very delicious take on classic French Toast. I lived the Modern Diner even though it felt a little sketchy being in such closed quarters coming out of Covid lockdowns. Sigh Wish we didn't have to think about such things. All in all, though, this diner is a tribute to the past and Americana. I lived the custard French Toast and it hardly needs syrup because the custard provides the sweetness. read more

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Good was great! I've been looking for a good grits place for a while now like 8+ years and I had no idea Modern Diner existed but I'm so happy I found them. My lobster grits were everything and more and now I have to exhibit self control to avoid getting it daily. read more

This is always been on my radar to eat at! This is a Rhode Island classic Item selected Belgian waffles: excellent Italian eggs: excellent Ham: good ,small portion Pineapple juice: excellent Blueberry crepe: excellent Service: bit on the slow side and also a bit pushy with getting you out the door. I also didn't like how they watch you while you tip Price: Good for quantity and quality of food Parking-free in the lot Overall if I was in the mood I might come here again. read more

I had driven past this place on several occasions, however, because they close at 1 PM they had never been open when I went by. I was in the area on a Sunday morning to stop for breakfast I wasn't sure what to expect because from out front it looks like a small classic rail car diner, but as you enter via the side door, see that it has been expanded to a rear building in is much larger than it appears The diner still has the classic touches, but is in good repair and clean Service was prompt and friendly I'm not sure how many people actually work at this place because every time I turned around, I saw a new people. Everyone seemed to be attentive and hard at work. I ordered two eggs, bacon, home fries, and Italian toast The eggs were ordered over medium in cooked perfectly The bacon was standard fare and the home fries were diced red potatoes They were good, but nothing spectacular the Italian toast was thick slices of Italian bread, toasted and buttered well This was really special Service was prompt and coffee refilled as needed The prices were comparable to most breakfast places. I would definitely return when in the area during operating hours. read more

It's not a visit to RI without breakfast at the modern diner. The outside is absolutely iconic to RI and the area, and the food inside is always satisfying and filling. While the traditional breakfasts (omelettes, eggs, pancakes, toast) are pretty standard and tasty breakfast fare, the mod diner also offers exciting menu options like lobster Benedict, italian eggs, and other specials that they post all over the place as they change. These meals are absolutely delicious, and the service is always prompt and friendly. During peak times, there's generally a line out the door and a bit of a wait, so plan accordingly :) read more

Modern Diner - Hash Benedict, hash breakfast, French toast and coffee - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island

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Get there early! This spot is popular and it gets crowded! They have absolutely amazing grits here which I definitely recommend trying. What I love about the spot is the original architecture and relics from the 1940s that still exist there. read more

Had a great first time visit! Staff was great super nice and very attentive! We took forever to order sorry. I have to say when they post on the door to limit your visit to 45 min they mean it. The food was Great. I only got a pic of my breakfast but it was all Delicious!!! And I have to say SUPER Fast to get it after ordering I mean no more than 10 minutes. Amazing! Don't let the outside deter you it is a little dated but it's clean and neat inside. It makes it a charming throwback. We will return! read more

Modern Diner - Chourico Special... Delicious! - Diners Near Me - Pawtucket, Rhode Island